The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Religious Affairs, has announced that 1 Zulhijah 1446 Hijri/2026 AD falls on Monday, May 18, 2026, so Eid al-Adha falls on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
The Indonesian government, through the Halal Product Guarantee Agency (BPJPH), is strengthening bilateral cooperation with Yemen in the field of halal product assurance.
The Indonesian National Police (INP), as part of the Hajj and Umrah Task Force, are following up on a report regarding Saudi Arabian security forces in Mecca who arrested three Indonesian citizens on suspicion of fraudulent Hajj services.
Saudi Arabian Hajj Pilgrimage Organizers (PPIH) have urged Indonesian Hajj pilgrims not to travel alone and to implement a buddy system with at least three people during their travels in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
The Indonesian government and the European Union (EU) are strengthening collaboration on research into e-waste management and preparing engineers with a green technology perspective.
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa discusses a reciprocal bond agreement with China, allowing for Panda Bonds and Chinese debt issuance in the Indonesian market.
Indonesia welcomes the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire and calls for a permanent peace agreement to end the humanitarian crisis. Read the news for diplomatic updates.
Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin meets his Japanese counterpart to strengthen maritime security and bilateral defense ties. Read the news for strategic insights.
China urges that the Indonesia-US Major Defense Cooperation Partnership must not harm third-party interests or regional stability. Read the news for diplomatic updates.
Minister Bahlil Lahadalia confirms Russian crude oil imports will arrive in Indonesia this April to ensure energy security. Read the news for the full report.
Minister Bahlil Lahadalia clarifies that Indonesia's oil purchases from Russia will not disrupt energy cooperation with the U.S. Read about Indonesia's energy strategy.
The Indonesian government is currently reviewing a U.S. request for overflight clearance to protect national sovereignty. Read the latest diplomatic update here.
